2011 Lotus Evora: common problems and reliability
One of the weaker Evora years.
1 owner complaint, most about suspension. 3 recalls.
Should I buy a 2011 Evora?The 2011 Lotus Evora has 1 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are suspension.
Safety record for the 2011 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2011 Lotus Evora vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Evora years only. How we score it
Is 2011 a good year for the Evora?
Across the 7 Evora model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2018) to 3 (2017). With 1 complaints, the 2011 Evora sits about the same as the model's median of 2.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2011 Evora
engine and engine cooling:engine
Campaign 14V280000Lotus Cars USA, Inc. (Lotus) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Elise and Exige vehicles manufactured from November 2007 to July 2011, and 2011 Evora vehicles manufactured September 2010 through September 2011. The oil cooler hose may detach from its fitting.
engine and engine cooling
Campaign 12V477000Lotus is recalling certain model year 2011 Evora supercharged vehicles manufactured from February 2011 through September 2011, equipped with a three-piece oil feed pipe with a flexible hose section. This engine mounted oil feed pipe, used to supply oil to the engine cylinder head, can rupture.
engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hoses/lines/piping/fittings
Campaign 13V314000Lotus Cars USA, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2011 Evora supercharged vehicles equipped with a manual transmission and manufactured September 2010 through September 2011. The engine oil cooler hose may chafe and rupture resulting in oil loss.
What owners say across generations
Extremely positive sentiment among owners, characterized by deep emotional attachment and praise for its pure, engaging driving experience.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Evora. See the full Evora owner picture and every model year.
Other Evora model years
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